Project Coordinator Job in Kenya

Job Title: Project Coordinator
Hiring Organization: Strathmore University
Location – Locality: Nairobi
Location – Region: Kenya
Industry: Education
Job Type: Full Time
Salary: KES Competitive
Date Posted: 10/24/2023

Basic job summary:

The Project Coordinator is responsible for organizing and controlling project activities through communicating risks, opportunities, and current state information with the project team. This role will assist in project development and ensure that all project administration is completed efficiently and on time.

Qualification and Experience:


Bachelor’s degree in science, engineering, business or related field of study.

Proven work experience in publication and communication related projects.

A background in business skills, management, budgeting, and analysis.

Proficient in project management software tools (Google apps) .

Certification in project management, such as CAPM (Certified Associate in Project Management) preferred.

Familiarity with risk management and quality assurance control preferred.

Structured approach to problem solving, ability to take initiative.

Having the BR certification (Habilitation Electrique) is a plus but will not be required

Competencies and Attributes:

Strong interpersonal skills and capable of working with cross-functional, international teams.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Planning and organizing skills

Leadership

Project management

Entrepreneurial drive

Research and problem solving

Capacity to quote and to procure equipment according to FEi procedures

Relationships:

Internally: International Relations SU, PI of the iUMEME project, ICRC coordinators, Lab technician of the SCES labs, Electric labs of the ECT school.

Externally: France Education Internationale, Université Polytechnique Hauts de France (UPHF), Private sector manufacturer of electrical equipment and power monitoring solutions. Partners, whose collaboration is regulated, through formal agreements, such as MoUs. These partners can be different sponsors among private companies and donors.

How To Apply

Are you qualified for this position and interested in working with us? We would like to hear from you. Kindly send us a copy of your updated resume and letter of application (ONLY) quoting “Project Coordinator – ADESFA iUMEME Project’’ on the subject line to recruitment@strathmore.edu by Tuesday, 31st October 2023.
Due to the large number of applications we may receive, kindly note that only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Please be advised that Strathmore University is an equal opportunity employer and does NOT ask for money from applicants under any circumstances during its recruitment process. Interested applicants are encouraged to exercise caution upon receiving any such interview opportunity that requires payment of money.
Master Students with ongoing grants are encouraged to Apply. Any entrepreneur willing to extend his experience by using this as a side hustle is welcome to apply.